Rafinha: "My Ballon d'Or hopes have vanished"

Barcelona winger Raphinha Dias shared his thoughts on the Ballon d'Or. The Brazilian footballer took fifth place in this year's voting results.

However, many believe he deserved a higher position. “Of course, I was disappointed.

I had big hopes, I wanted to win the Ballon d'Or. When you work hard every day and feel you've had a great season, naturally you expect the highest award.

I think I will have the chance to win the Ballon d'Or in the future. Football is rich with different eras and new opportunities.

Fifth place still shows there's room to grow. Every season is a new opportunity to prove yourself, win trophies, and achieve recognition.

I take this as additional motivation, not as pressure. I know my abilities well,” said the 28-year-old player in his interview.

As a reminder, this year the Ballon d'Or was awarded to PSG footballer Ousmane Dembélé. Read “Zamin” on Telegram!